Term: Complexity

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2007-09-26

Definition:

Comorbidity and complications affecting the hospital care required to treat the patient.

Related terms 

• Complex Conditions
• Level of Comorbidity and Complications
• Refined Diagnosis Related Groups (RDRG®)

References 

• Black C, Roos NP, Burchill CA. Utilization of Hospital Resources. Volume I: Key Findings. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy and Evaluation, 1993. [Report] (View)
• Roos NP, Shapiro E. Monitoring the Winnipeg Hospital System: The First Report. 1990-1992 . Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy and Evaluation, 1994. [Report] [Summary] (View)